Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 1 of 8 Project Name: Location: Applicable HSE Legal Requirements: Who is affected? Risk Colour Code: High Risk (16-20) Moderate Risk (11-15) Risk Hazards Identified L Use of damage electrical equipment or machine resulting in electrocution 3 S 4 Low Risk (6-10) Very Low Risk (1-5) Only “Very Low” & “Low” Residual Risks are acceptable Control Measures R • Electrical items not to be handled with wet hands. • Person using electrical equipment must be competent. 12 • Electrical equipment’s/machines must be inspected before use for worn out cables or connections. Residual Risk L S R By Whom 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QCProject Management 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management • All electrical equipment’s / machines to be PAT tested • Staff must be given toolbox talk on safe chemical handling before commencing the job Use of chemicals Resulting in spillage/ contact with skin & 3 eyes (Causing Irritation) 4 • COSHH cards or SDS must be available at site 12 • Appropriate PPE (Hand gloves, nose mask etc) must be in place Tripping from electrical cables 2 3 6 Absence of PPE resulting in injury or bruises 2 3 6 HSE Risk Register • Chemical container must be in good condition and labelled properly • No cables to be trailed across doorways/pathways. • Extension cables to be used where needed. • Appropriate warning signage to be used at work. • Staff must be briefed on benefits of wearing PPE and appropriate PPE to be given to employees before commencing the job. 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 2 of 8 • Step ladders used for intended purpose must be of correct length and strength. Step ladder failure/Broken Resulting in bone fracture and injury 4 Falling Objects from ladder resulting in 3 head injury/concussion Fall due to staff overreaching / stretching from ladder resulting in injury, bones fracture Slipping of step ladder Resulting in serious injury 4 4 4 16 • Step ladder must be inspected before use. • Defective step ladders must be labeled to indicate they are not for use and defect must be reported immediately to Supervisor or Manager. • Safe working area is cordoned off around the stepladder and signage is used as appropriate. 12 • Belt holster or belt hooks are used for carrying tools up/down stepladders. HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 • Heavy items are not to be carried up stepladders. • Work activities are monitored for compliance with any Permits to Work in place. • Stepladders to be placed close to work / activity / object to be inspected / moved / avoid staff over reaching. 4 16 HSE/QA &QC Project Management • Stepladders to be secured when appreciable side force is 2 needed to do the work. 2 4 • Work activities are monitored for compliance with any Permits to Work in place • Pre-use ladder inspections must be in place. • Stepladders must always be locked into the correct position. 3 4 • Stepladder to be only used on level floor surface. 12 • Stepladders must not be used on stairs, slippery or unsafe HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 floor surfaces. • Stepladders should not propped against a wall. Overhead or exposed power cables above ladder Resulting in electrocution/fatality. HSE Risk Register • Inspection of area to be made in order to identify any electrical hazards / overhead power cables. 4 5 20 • Live supplies to be isolated where necessary. • Aluminum stepladders not to be used where any electrical hazard exists. HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 3 of 8 Lifting heavy items on step ladder Resulting in back strain and 3 4 12 • Long stepladders to be lifted by two or more persons. • Heavy items should not be carried on stepladders. 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management musculoskeletal injuries • Step ladder must be transported horizontally by two persons always Unsafe Ladder transport Resulting in property damage or serious injury 4 3 Unauthorized use of step ladder Resulting in property damage or injury 4 3 Gas Cylinders Storage resulting in Explosion, sudden gas or fluid release, exposure to cylinder contents and fire or struck by a cylinder or suffering a manual handling injury. 4 5 • Stepladders carried on vehicles must be adequately supported to avoid sagging and tied to each support point to minimize movement. 12 • Pre-use ladder inspections must be undertaken. • Defective Stepladders to be labeled to indicate that they are not to be used and defect to be reported to supervisor/Manager. • Where the possibility of unauthorized usage exists stepladders must be chained / locked to a secure, fixing point. Gas cylinders must suitably segregate: • 1. Incompatible gasses must be stored apart. • 2. Empty and full gas cylinders must be stored apart. Gas cylinder stores must: • Be well ventilated 20 • Be sheltered from indirect heating. • Be free from naked flame. • Be secured so as to prevent unauthorized entry and access to the cylinders. 12 • Gas cylinders must be stored in an upright position and secured in trolley and chains so that they cannot fall over. HSE Risk Register HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 4 of 8 • Hazardous substances to be stored according to guidance in COSHH assessment or Material Safety Data Sheet provided by supplier Hazardous / Flammable Substances Storage Resulting in Fire, explosion, release of a toxic substance, release of a corrosive substance. HSE/QA &QC Project Management • Hazardous/Flammable Substances must be stored in ventilated area or ventilated cabinets 4 4 16 • Hazardous substances must be in original container with labels and hazard warnings. 2 2 4 • Minimize amount of storage and use of hazardous substances. • Dry Powder or CO2 fire extinguisher to be kept in place where hazardous chemicals are stored. Fire in case of poor electrical sockets, connection or installation. 4 Falling objects from height, ceiling or storage cabinets incase not secured, poorly installed or Sited too high/overloaded 3 Improper Housekeeping in rest areas & store room resulting in slip, trip and fall 3 4 4 3 • Authorized personnel to access store or cupboard • All broken or poor electrical sockets must be rectified. 16 • All Staff to be briefed for immediate actions in case of fire referring to fire emergency procedures. • Items must be properly secured or fixed in place. • Shelves must not be overloaded. • Storage must be organized with heavy objects at lower 12 levels. 9 • • • • Restricted access to authorized persons. Controlled limits of items stored. Rubbish to be removed regularly. Recycling bins to be provided and used. 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 2 2 4 • Staff to be briefed about the dangers of manual handling and instruct to assess the load before handling. Manual Handling Resulting in back pain, strain etc 2 3 6 • Staff to wear appropriate PPE. • Minimize repetitive bends and ensure to take regular breaks. • In case of heavy weight, more than one staff or mechanical aid to be used. HSE Risk Register HSE/QA &QC Project Management HSE/QA &QC Project Management HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 5 of 8 • Staff to be given training on safe handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals. Disposing Hazardous Chemicals 3 4 12 • Staff to wear appropriate PPE at all time when disposing hazardous chemicals in order to avoid contact with skin, eyes or inhalation of fumes or vapors. HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 • All hazardous chemicals to be disposed as per local regulations. • Staff to be given training on safe handling and disposing of bio hazard waste. Hygiene and Potential contact with bio hazard waste 3 4 • Staff to wear appropriate PPE (Hand gloves) 12 • Staff to wash hands and forearms before eating, drinking, going to toilet. HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 2 2 4 • Staff to cover any cut or wound and not to expose to avoid infection Not carrying Hand tools / Sharp tools Properly and resulting in falling or slipping out of hands Paint Splashing back causing eyes, skin irritation and stains on clothes Staff inhaling fumes emitted by paints/chemicals HSE Risk Register 2 3 6 • Proper toolbox or bag to be provided in order to carry hand tools/sharp tools. • Staff to be given orientation/training before commencing of job by Supervisor 4 4 4 3 16 • Staff to carry out safe work practice • Staff to be given cover all and safety goggles to protect their skin and eyes. • Staff to be given orientation/training before commencing of job by Supervisor. 12 • Proper ventilation to be provided in working area • Staff to be provided with nose mask HSE/QA &QC Project Management HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 2 2 4 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 6 of 8 Unsafe or improper use of Power toools etc (Hilti machine) causing property damage or injury 4 4 • Staff to be fully trained in safe use and handling. • Equipment to be checked before each use to ensure that there are no defects in the cable (electric), casing, plug or chuck, etc. 16 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 • Operator will ensure that there is plenty of room to move comfortably around the material being worked on and that the material is securely clamped where possible • If drilling into walls, the user will check for hidden cables, water pipes etc and if present re-plan work. Vibration/Noise/Dust during equipment usage. 3 4 Jobs related to Confined Space or Hot Work (Cutting, Mixing, Grinding) 4 4 Use of flammable chemicals at work place Tools or machinery With fault or inadequate guarding resulting in personal injury Inadequate Lighting Levels / Dark areas affecting job HSE Risk Register 3 4 4 4 2 3 • If working at height, area to be cordoned off and warning signs erected • Suitable gloves, goggles, ear defenders and dust mask to be provided to employees when using the equipment. 12 • Dust generated to be removed and disposed of properly 16 12 • In case of any need for hot work or access to confined space, permit to work shall be issued &/or risk assessment shall be provided by HSE/QA &QC dept. • All sources related to fire hazard must be removed before using flammable chemicals at workplace. 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 • Workplace must have proper ventilation or appropriate temperature before using flammable chemicals. • Safety guards must never be removed or tampered • Low voltage tools to be used 16 • Equipment must visually checked before use 2 • Defective equipment must not be used and reported to supervisor/Manager 6 • Portable lighting or helmet with fixed torch to be used if 2 lighting levels becomes inadequate 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 4 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 7 of 8 • Ensure sufficient sockets provided and do not overload sockets. HSE/QA &QC Project Management • Use extension leads and adaptors only when necessary ensure they are of a suitable length (preferably no longer than 2 meters) and rated high enough for the job. Use of extension leads resulting in tripping, overloading and external use. 3 4 12 • Use of cable covers where cables are a trip hazard • Work in progress signage to be in place. • RCD (Residual Current Device) to be used whenever equipment is used externally. 2 2 4 • Test RCD regularly to check that its mechanism is free and functioning • Ensure the platform is fully boarded out and guard-rails and toe-boards are in place. HSE/QA &QC Project Management • Mobile scaffold s must only be used on firm surfaces in case ground is soft, adequate support must be provided. Fall from height while working at Mobile Scaffolding resulting in fatality, personal injury and damage to property. Contact with overhead objects/ electrocutions while working at Mobile Scaffolding HSE Risk Register 4 3 5 4 20 12 • The gap between toe-boards and mid guard-rails, and between mid and top guard-rails, must not exceed 470 mm unless otherwise stated by manufacturer. • Never climb up the outside of a mobile scaffold – use the stairway or ladder on the inside. Unless ladder is designed outside • Follow manufacturer’s instructions on base to height ratio. • Don’t pull the mobile scaffold along while standing on it. • Once on mobile scaffold platform use full body harness and properly connect it to the scaffold body • When moving mobile scaffold s ensure there are no potholes, obstructions or overhead power lines in the way. • When working, ensure the access hatch is closed on the platform (if any). 2 2 2 2 4 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management Ref. No: RISK REGISTER Date: Page 8 of 8 Work in extreme weather condition at Mobile Scaffolding. 4 4 5 4 Overturning of Mobile Scaffolding 20 • Work out door using mobile scaffold is not allowed in case of heavy and storm, rain. In summer work outdoor directly under sun is not allowed (midday break rule) • Check wheels for effective rotation • Check brakes and locking devices • Ensure that the surface on which the mobile scaffold will be 16 erected is even, rigid and will cope with the scaffold load plus the people and material that will be placed on it. 2 2 4 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management HSE/QA &QC Project Management • Don’t move mobile scaffold on ramps Using Scaffold in Traffic/ Vehicle manoeuvring area Use of defective mobile scaffold Prepared by: Date: HSE Risk Register 3 3 4 4 • In case of the use of mobile scaffold to various work tasks in vehicles traffic area then warning tape and traffic cones 12 shall be placed to warn drivers and if required a flag man who is wearing high reflective jacket shall be positioned to warn drivers • Ensure that all parts of MS are in good physical and operational condition. If any part of the scaffold found to be defective it shall be replaced otherwise MS shall never be used 12 • Once scaffold is erected then put a green tape or tag on it to indicate it is safe to be used, but if it is not ready yet then put a red tape / tag. These colors shall be communicated and explained to all those who might use the Mobile scaffold. HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4 HSE/QA &QC Project Management 2 2 4